TENCEL™ Lyocell and TENCEL™ Modal are eco-friendly, wood-based fibers by Lenzing.
They’re valued in hospitality for their durability, softness, and sustainability.
Comparison Table: Sustainable Textiles for Hotels
| Criterion | TENCEL™ Lyocell | TENCEL™ Modal | Organic Cotton | Conventional Cotton | Bamboo Viscose | Mechanical Bamboo Linen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raw Material Source | Eucalyptus (FSC/PEFC) | Beech (FSC/PEFC) | Organic cotton | Cotton | Bamboo | Bamboo |
| Water Use | Very low | Low | High | Very high | High | Moderate |
| Chemicals & Energy | Very low, non-toxic, >99% recovery | Medium, high recovery | Medium | Very high | Extremely high, toxic | Low |
| Softness | Very soft | Extremely soft | Soft | Varies | Very soft | Coarse |
| Durability | Excellent | Good | Good | Moderate | Weak | Excellent |
| Moisture Management | Excellent | Good | Moderate | Weak | Good | Good |
| Hypoallergenic | Yes | Yes | Good | Varies | Residue possible | Good |
| Cost | High | Medium–High | Medium | Low | Medium–Low | High |
| End-of-Life | Compostable | Compostable | Compostable | Conditional | Conditional | Compostable |